A01=Paul Robichaud
antiquarian
Author_Paul Robichaud
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Celtic
Druids
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folklore
legends
megaliths
pagan
Romanticism
Stonehenge
Product details
- ISBN 9781836391708
- Dimensions: 156 x 234mm
- Publication Date: 27 Apr 2026
- Publisher: Reaktion Books
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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Stories of the Stones explores how ancient monuments – standing stones, megaliths and earthworks – have been reimagined across the centuries in folklore, literature, art and popular culture. From medieval myths to Romantic fascination and from folk-horror cinema to Julian Cope, the powerful stories inspired by these enigmatic sites reflect the beliefs and anxieties of each era. Spanning Britain, Ireland and Brittany, the book includes iconic places such as Stonehenge and Newgrange, as well as lesser-known sites steeped in local lore. While the monuments' original meanings remain mysterious, our interpretations reveal deep emotional and cultural connections to the ancient landscape. Richly illustrated and wide-ranging, this book is ideal for readers interested in prehistoric monuments, storytelling traditions and the enduring power of place.
Paul Robichaud is Professor of English at Albertus Magnus College in New Haven, Connecticut. His previous books include Pan: The Great God’s Modern Return (Reaktion, 2021).
